Thank you. Been feeling worse every day, taking IVM + all the vitamins recommended by Front Line Doctors. My symptoms are now mainly down to sweating all night and the worst sore throat I've ever had. Can't even swallow even after taking 3 Advils .
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Don't know if HCQ will help at this point as usually it works well in the very beginning of experiencing symptoms.
You are most likely dehydrated due to the night sweats. Mine were the worst I ever had when I was sick last year around Xmas. They lasted for about 2-3 weeks where I would have a couple of towels to lay down on once the bed was soaked.
One thing that really helped me recovery was going to a IV clinic. It was pricey but it did speed up recovery to where I was strong enough to endure a karate belt test a few days later.
Which ever methods you choose, I hope you start feel better soon.
Here is what I received regarding HCQ when I got my IVM script from Dr Haider:
HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE (HCQ) SAFETY INFO: IVM by itself is likely much more effective than HCQ as a preventive and may be 100% effective.
Hydroxychloroquine is considered generally safe and likely effective for prevention and early treatment, but may not be effective later in the course of illness. Side effect risk is higher than with ivermectin, especially with long term use, and unlike IVM it requires knowledge of baseline CBC and CMP (liver and kidney function) and also requires a comprehensive eye exam and muscle strength testing within the first year of use.
Recommended monitoring:
CBC (with differential), liver function, and renal function at baseline and periodically during therapy; blood glucose (if symptoms of hypoglycemia occur); muscle strength (especially proximal, as a symptom of neuromyopathy) during long-term therapy; in patients at elevated risk of QTc prolongation, monitor ECG at baseline and as clinically indicated to mitigate the risk of developing torsades de pointes; certain findings may require not initiating or discontinuing therapy. Ophthalmologic exam at baseline (fundus examination within the first year plus visual fields and spectral-domain optical coherence tomography if maculopathy is present) to screen for retinal toxicity, followed by annual screening beginning after 5 years of use (or sooner if major risk factors are present) (Marmor [AAO 2016]). If ocular toxicity is suspected, monitor closely (retinal changes and visual disturbances may progress after drug discontinuation). Additionally, the manufacturer recommends an ocular exam include best corrected distance visual acuity and an automated threshold visual field of the central 10 degrees (24 degrees in patients of Asian ancestry as retinal toxicity may appear outside of the macula). Consider annual exams (without deferring 5 years) in patients with significant risk factors (eg, renal disease).
Most adverse effects rare or associated with higher doses over years of use. Some common adverse effects include stomach upset. dizziness, visual changes and shortness of breath. If visual changes develop it should be stopped immediately and you should see a doctor.
Seen in 1% to 10% of patients: Eye changes: Retinopathy (4%; serum concentration dependent [Petri 2019]; early changes reversible [may progress despite discontinuation if advanced]) Hydroxychloroquine is dispensed by a few pharmacies and you often have to reroute and may need to use a mail order like Ravkoo.com to get it. In any case once your prescription has been sent to 1 pharmacy you can have it transferred to any other.
Based on data compiled by various physicians around the world we believe HCQ is effective at preventing and treating COVID19 in early stages and can be safely used off-label in humans for this indication. One of the most convincing sources of proof of its efficacy is the largest natural observational drug trial ever conducted totaling about 2.5 billion people: https://hcqtrial.com/. The most comprehensive meta analysis of worldwide studies confirms the results: hcqmeta.com
Still studies have already been published appearing to discredit HCQ for various reasons and may be published in the future with poor trial design that appear to further discredit it. It is also possible excellent quality studies are published in the future that conclusively prove it doesn’t work as has happened before in the history of medicine.
Hydroxychloroquine has a very slight risk of prolonged QT and should be used cautiously in people with long QT syndrome or a history of arrhythmias.
Thank you for the info! I do get some visual changes when I take IVM. So I guess i'll stop. Or take less. It's so hard to stay hydrated when your throat hurts so bad you can barely swallow without severe sandpaper knife pain in the throat. Definitely feel dehydrated due to this combo of sweating and unable to swallow without extreme pain
Sounds like strep throat to me. Be careful about not treating w antibiotics, strep is dangerous if neglected.
It certainly feels like strep, but I got tested yesterday negative for strep. I read a bunch of anecdotal comments on other forums that said the worst part of Omicron is the sore throat.
Also, yesterday I used an at home rapid test with a regular Q-tip and tested positive 2 times.
I would keep going the same with IVM, the info above was only pertaining to HCQ side effects.
You can add some pink salt to the water that you are able to drink to help with electrolytes.
Lastly, look around for a local IV clinic such as this one: https://vitalizeinfusioncenter.com/menu/
Advil. 3 capulses doesn't even work. I have no anxiety (not sure what you're referring to)
Pick up some Coricidin HBP at the local store. This one is the combination you want. Wife and I have had the Coof 3 times and this relieves the symptoms while you wait for the other items to clear up what ails you.
https://www.coricidinhbp.com/products/maximum-strength-multi-symptom-flu/